Location: Private Homes, Fort Morgan, Alabama, USA (Surfside Shores - (14 miles. from Hwy 59)) View Map
Accommodations: Beach House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
When we first walked into this unique cottage, we immediately fell in love with it and we know you will too! Not your run-of-the mill rental house, this cottage wraps its arms around you from the minute you pull in the driveway. It has been owner-occupied for years, and the care taken by the owner is apparent from the outside landscaping to the tastefully appointed furnishings inside.
The cottage is located in Surfside Shores subdivision, 14 miles out Ft. Morgan peninsula. It sits on quiet street on a heavily-wooded lot on top of a dune one block off of the beach, with empty wooded lots on three sides, affording an unusual degree of privacy. Less than 500 feet to the beach (private wooded path through a beautiful beach dune), there is a partial Gulf view from the back deck and screened in porch and an excellent view from the upper deck. The upper deck (crow's nest) is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee or view a spectacular sunset. A secluded outside shower provides a perfect way to cool off after a stroll back from the beach.
And wait until you see the inside! Tiled floors throughout, unique furniture and decorations, open floor plan, pleasing color schemes, the style is reminiscent of an old island plantation home. None of the typical condominium-style beach decor in this charmer. There is a master bedroom with a very comfortable queen bed and private bath, a second bedroom with two double beds, and a downstairs private bedroom/bath suite (separate entrance). The second upstairs full bath is directly off the living room. A full laundry room is attached to the covered parking area downstairs. The fully-equipped kitchen adjoins the living area for great entertaining.
If you are looking for a something different in a private setting, look no further. We know that you will find this cottage as special as we do!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Plenty of room to park boats, RV, etc. on the grass lawn.
- Wood Fireplace: Firewood and fire starter sticks are provided.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Queen bed in the Master Bedroom.
- Double Bed: Two double beds in the upstairs guest bedroom, and one double bed in the downstairs suite.
- Convertible Bed: The sofa in the downstairs suite folds out as a floor matress.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Direct TV availble on all three TVs (living room, guest bedroom, and downstairs suite).
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: We have small library of DVD movies.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: We have most everything you would have in your kitchen at home, no need to bring anything!
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Propane gas grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: And charcoal grill for those who don't like gas!
- Deck/Patio: Screened porch out back
- Balcony: Open deck area adjoins scrrened porch. Crow's nest on top of house with great views of the Gulf.
- View/Location
- Beach View: You can see the beach clearly from the outside deck and the Crow's nest on top. The beach is a 3 minute walk over the dune.
- Ocean View: You can see the water clearly from the outside deck and the Crow's nest on top. The beach is a 3 minute walk over the dune.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Beach Chairs, beach umbrellas, skim boards, buckets and nets provided! We also have a small library of books for great beach reading.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Dogs allowable subject to owner approval. No cats please. Call us to discuss your pet.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Other Activities
- Historic Fort Morgan 7 miles away. Ferry to Dauphin Island 6 miles away. Good fishing off beach in front of cottage (contact me and I will tell you how to catch them!)
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring: Mar 1-May 15 .. $145/night .. $ 950/week
Summer: May 16-Sep 07 ................ $1450/week
Fall: Sep 08-Oct 31 .. $130/night .. $ 850/week .. $2300/month
Winter: Nov 01-Mar 14 .. $ 100/night .. $ 600/week
Snowbird Special: Nov 01-Feb.28 .................. $1500/month
* Nightly rate requires 3 night minimum
* Deposit: $300; Cleaning Fee: $85; All rates include tax
* Dogs (no cats) allowable, subject to owner approval: 15% non-refundable pet fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Romantic and Private Cottage! (This One is Different!)
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Private Homes
Having attended college in nearby Mobile, AL we spent many weekends at the beach in the Gulf Shores area subathing, fishing and surfing. We always knew we would own our own place there one day, but did not think it would happen so soon. The location, layout, yard, proximity to the beach, and privacy are just what we wanted, so we made the leap!
The Unique Benefits at this Beach House
The thing we enjoy the most at our oottage is the privacy. The house sits among live oaks with lots of natural dune vegetation surrounding it, and the path over the dune to the beach makes you feel like you are on an island somewhere. We also enjoy the screened porch, the private beach 5 minutes away (no condos!), the quiet neighborhood, and the unique furnishings inside. It really is different than many of the rental homes you see down there.
Owner's Map of Private Homes
Jan and I live on a mountain ridge just north of Birmingham, AL, but have been avid beach goers for many years. We have two kids in college, and one in high school, and we all enjoy our beach time! We purchased the house for our family use, and decorated it to our tastes, and happy to be able to share it with others. We have been surprised at the level of care our guests show when visiting- it seems they love the place as much as we do!
Property Photos
- Rear View of House- Note the Degree of Privacy - Fort Morgan, Alabama Rental
- West View of House, and Covered Parking (oudoor shower on left) - Fort Morgan, Alabama Rental
- View of Gulf From Upper Deck- Just Follow the Short Wooded Dune Path! - Fort Morgan, Alabama Rental
- Living Room with Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Area
- Path Through Natural Dune to Beach
- View of Kitchen
- Your private beach on the Gulf 500 ft. from your back door
- Master bedroom w/ queen size bed and private bath
- Upstairs guest room with 2 full size beds
- Cozy screened back porch
- Enjoy dining alfresco on the screened porch ( sun deck just beyond)
- Beautiful path to the beach as viewed from back of house
- Relax in complete privacy among the live oaks
- Downstairs suite w/ full bed, fold out couch and private bath
- View of Gulf of Mexico from deck
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Ashley and Roman , McCalla, AL
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Homeowner Response:
We are glad that you chose our place after coming all the way from Ohio, and are pleased that you will be coming back for a return visit! Will give you something to think about on those cold northern winter days...
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Vickie V Smith , Gadsden AL
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Jan & Danny Wilbers , Jefferson City, MO
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Linda S. , baton rouge, la
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We are so glad that you had a wonderful stay! Come and stay again soon!
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dave and anne , germantown,tn
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Thank you Dave and Anne, we enjoy having repeat guests who love the place as much as we do!
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